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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1912
Page
5
An advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a fast remedy for indigestion and stomach discomfort. It claims relief from severe tightness, improves appetite and sleep, and says the product is harmless and widely recommended by physicians. Free trial comes via F A Stuart Co Marshall Michigan.
Samuel Gompers testifies before the senate education and labor committee in support of the Hughes bill to impose an eight hour day on all government contracts. He warns the move could lead to an eight hour standard in private work. committee to report next week. Also includes an ad for Matthew's Cafeteria and a poll tax note.
Fredericksburg judge Clarence Martin, appointed by Governor Colquitt to fill the unexpired term of Justice T D Dobbs, is anticipated to be sworn in in San Antonio early this week. A telegram said he had not informed the governor of his intent yet. Cobbs will retire January 31, possibly followed by a swearing in the next day or the day after unless Martin’s attendance is delayed.
A pharmacist’s winter health ad promotes two ounces glycerine and half an ounce Concentrated Pine compound to mix with a half pint of whiskey. Take two teaspoons after meals and at bedtime, with smaller doses for children by age. It touts Globé Concentrated Pine as genuine and notes quick restock if unavailable.
Governor Stubbs reports strong Texas sentiment for Theodore Roosevelt and plans to urge his candidacy at the Chicago convention. Simpson confirms Texas support and a Roosevelt delegation may be assembled. Arthur Hill also heads to back the colonel.
A Roosevelt conference for supporters from every state is planned in Chicago for February 6. Chase Osborn of Michigan and Edwin Sims head Roosevelt headquarters in Chicago. Osborn says the country backs Roosevelt for another term and a formal call will be issued once details are arranged.
Assistant Attorney General Walthall ruled the Texas penitentiary system is not obligated to remove decayed sugar cane from the W. T. Eldridge farm or other leased land. The former contract with convict labor and land owners ends December 1, 1911, and renewal was not promised. Clearing costs are estimated around $50,000.
The Globe Fire Insurance company based in San Antonio elected officers at a directors meeting in the Gibbs building. Van A. Webster was named president and several vice presidents named from Texas towns. At a recent stockholders meeting, a diverse slate of directors was chosen, including Abe M. Levy and W. F. McCaleb among others. The firm was organized about six months ago.
State Fire Marshal Wallace Inglish says the Industrial Cotton Oil Co of Houston must provide fire loss figures to City Fire Marshal E. R. Parker or face misdemeanor complaints. He notes Houston's ordinance may differ from state recommendations and that the state seeks a copy of it.
In Indianapolis on January 27 Detective Foster of the National Erectors association clashed with Walter Ryan president of the International Association of Bridge and Structural Iron Workers. Ryan ejected Foster and Foster struck him with the butt of a revolver amid a crowd in the Central Life building. Ryan bore cuts and bruises while Foster cited a danger connected to Walter Drew. Police and tenants intervened to separate them as gunplay was feared. Foster refused to discuss details beyond mentioning he carried arms due to the information he had received.
Tonight at 7 45 the Mars moon occultation will be visible across the United States. Gus Duerler Jr will observe with a telescope and explains the event will be clear to the unaided eye and even sharper with binoculars as Mars briefly hides behind the moon.
In Independence Kansas on January 27 1911 the Truskett murder trial of A A Truskett for killing Lima Ohio oil operator J D Neely adjourned before closing arguments. The defense contends insanity while witnesses cite self defense as Neely threatened him. Truskett appears feeble and relies on a cane.
A vintage advertisement urges women to shed fat via dieting exercise or Marmola Prescription Tablets priced at 75 cents. It claims rapid fat loss of 12 to 16 ounces daily without dietary change and directs readers to contact Marmola Co. in Detroit or their local druggist for mail orders.
In Washington on January 27, the house battled over the steel bill with Democrats aiming to finish it that night, Republicans offering amendments, and a gag rule debate. By 11:55 p.m. the body adjourned without final passage, as party lines held and the bill remained intact.
The San Antonio City Mission and Church Extension Society for the Methodist Episcopal Church South held its regular annual meeting Friday. Officers elected were H. E. Hildebrand president, Dr J E Harrison vice president, G W Barcus secretary, A B Stephens financial secretary, and W N Hagg treasurer. Standing committees named include Finance with A B Stephens, Travis Park Church, Dr J & Steele, and Laurel.
The Rockdale socialist meeting on Wednesday night selected a city slate led by Mayor J. A. Stein with D. P. Hewitt as secretary and treasurer, N. J. Green as assessor and collector, D. D. Murdock as city marshal, and A. J. Moore with Charles Brockenbush as aldermen.
In Chicago on January 27 Judge Carpenter warned lawyers to stop stalling as only two witnesses were heard. Margin figures read from National Packing records showed little new evidence, while Packers counsel argued price variance within a margin system. The government accuses the firm of using the margin system to monopoly the meat industry.
The Modern Order of Praetorians will hold its state senate and annual convention in San Antonio on April 12 and 13 with an expected 1200 to 1500 visiting delegates. Plans for visitor entertainment will be discussed at the San Antonio council of Praetorians meeting next Friday at Odd Fellows hall. A membership drive led by Deputies Fay and Kieth of Dallas will be organized, assisted by Deputy E. L. Ory of the local lodge.
An application to operate in Texas has been filed by the Bankers' International Life Insurance company of Austin. The newly organized firm with $100,000 capital stock lists J. L. Hunter of Austin as its president.
J. W. Nail of Dallas tells Crockett traveling men that tipping should be self restrained and that the public must improve railroad baggage and freight service. He says conservative tipping is acceptable and the focus should be on better railway freight handling.
Camilo Arguelles resigned as Juarez customs collector after public anger over higher duties on flour and coal oil bought in the United States. A demonstration was held two weeks ago and a new one was said to be planned for tomorrow.
Advertises a patent medicine regimen claiming after age fifty the body accumulates poisons causing rheumatism. Promotes taking one ounce of Toria compound and one ounce of syrup of sarsaparilla with whiskey, dosing before meals and at bedtime.
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